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The start of the new year signals a time of change, and many people make a resolution to attend college. Some may simply decide to learn more about a particular craft, hobby or concentrate on a specific area that interests them.

Old Man Winter isn’t watching his salt intake this season.
With several snowfalls already this year, the Washington County Road Department is taking a hit.
County Road Supervisor Albert Wimsatt said the department has already spent nearly $14,000 on salt this season.

Superintendent of Washington County Schools Robin Cochran has announced that plans are for classes to be in session on regular schedule for Friday, Jan. 14.

Buying votes is not legal, but in the long run, candidates pay to get your vote and hopefully occupy public office. They post signs around the county, put bumper stickers and signs on vehicles,  advertise with local media outlets and take other measures to get elected, and those efforts can get expensive. By Kentucky state law, any candidate who spends more than $1,000 on a campaign is required to complete paperwork showing how the money was spent, as well as how it was collected to fund a campaign.